Shooting destinations

A traditional sport loved by many, shooting is a popular pursuit for those who enjoy the outdoors. We have put together some of the top shooting destinations in the world in collaboration with shoot finder, GunsOnPegs.

We have partnered with GunsOnPegs to bring you some of the best shooting destinations in the world. Flying by private jet means you can travel with your own gun at ease – whether it’s for a day’s shoot in the Scottish Borders or a longer trip further afield.

Eskdale Shooting Services - Kelso, Scotland

Travel to the stunning surroundings of the Scottish Borders to one of the premier high bird venues in the UK – Eskdale Shooting Services - who have been in business for over 30 years and specialise in offering high quality driven pheasant and partridge shooting. The picturesque shooting areas of Thirlestane Castle, Longcroft, Lylestane, Tollishill and Burncastle are situated on the South East side of the Lammermuirs hills and are only a 40-minute drive from Edinburgh airport. For those looking for the ultimate shooting test, the Bowmont Valley and Greenhill situated in the heart of the Cheviot Hills are a must. You can also access the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland’s magnificent Burncastle Lodge. Set on the edge of Burncastle Grouse Moor, this fabulous Lodge is perfect for a shooting party looking for a special experience.

Best for Grouse, partridge, pheasant, roe deer stalking

Good to know Morning snack with bullshot followed by lunch paired with good wines is provided. Transportation around the shoot is included. All pickers-up are supplied but guns are welcome to bring well-behaved dogs. Loaders are supplied, but guns are welcome to bring their own loader if they wish. There are no cartridge restrictions. Pigeon shooting and roe deer stalking are also available.

Flying by private jet You can fly into either Edinburgh or Newcastle. If you’re travelling from London the short flight will be just over an hour and we would recommend a Citation XLS or King Air 200, depending on the size of your shooting party.

Butler del Prado - Madrid, Spain

Have the ultimate Spanish sporting experience and combine adrenaline-filled hunting and shooting with outstanding hospitality. Butler del Prado will provide you with cost-effective, first-class wing shooting on an exclusive Spanish estate, with guns and guests left wanting for nothing. Sunny days and festive nights provide a colourful backdrop to the casual Spanish lifestyle. Luxury accommodation, seamless service, delicious food, Spanish hospitality and fantastic birds bring shooters back year after year. Butler del Prado is situated in Guadalajara, just a 50-minute drive from Madrid.

Best for Partridge, quail, boar

Good to know Days range from 250 birds and upwards, with smaller walked-up days available. Wild boar, stalking, Monterias and quail shooting can also be arranged. Dates available through to the end of April.

Flying by private jet You can fly into Madrid Barajas: just over a 2-hour flight from London. Depending on the size of your shooting party, we would recommend an Embraer Legacy 600 or 650 for its generous baggage capacity, particularly if you are bringing your own gun.

David Denies Sporting Lodges - Cordoba, Argentina

Experience over 250,000 acres of dove hunting land, over 100 duck blinds and some of the finest grounds for pigeon and perdiz hunting. Referred to as the ‘dove hunting capital of the world’, Cordoba boasts 3 of 8 wing shooting lodges. Combining the world’s finest hunting, attentive staff and luxurious accommodation, David Denies Bird Hunting pioneered the concept of high volume dove hunting in 1982.

Best for Doves, duck, perdiz

Good to know You can choose specific species to hunt or combine species and lodges. The number of hunting days is a personal preference, but generally varies from 3 to 5 days.

Flying by private jet Fly directly from London to Cordoba airport. It’s a 13-and-a-half-hour flight on a large aircraft, such as a Gulfstream 650.

Casa de Campo - Dominican Republic

Fantastic shooting within 245 acres of tropical woodland of Casa de Campo. The three trap layouts, skeet and 200 station sporting layout including the 110-foot tower are not to be missed. You can also shoot quail, doves and game birds, as well as pheasant, partridge and duck. In addition to the exceptional hunting, polo, trail riding, tennis, deep sea fishing and 4 golf courses will keep even the most hardened sportsman busy.

Best for Driven shooting, game fishing

Good to know There are no seasonal or bag restrictions. Between drives refreshments are served under a palapa roofed building with butler service as standard.

Flying by private jet The nearby La Romana International airport is best to fly into from London. For the 9-hour flight we would recommend a Falcon 7X or Bombardier Global 5000.

Useful information about travelling with firearms

If you’re travelling with firearms, you will need to complete documentation in advance of the flight and you must also travel with your firearms certificate at all times. Do also note that firearms can only be carried by the individual they are licenced to.

About GunsOnPegs

GunsOnPegs is the UK’s No.1 Shoot Finder. With 97,000 members and growing, GunsOnPegs offers a free to use service which enables an individual or team to find shooting around the world. Shoots can advertise for free on all quarry types including: pheasant, partridge, grouse, deer and many others. www.gunsonpegs.com

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